Strong's Lexicon Ezrah: Ezrah Original Word: עְזָרה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָזַר (azar), meaning "to help" or "to support." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the Hebrew name Ezrah in the Strong's Greek Dictionary. However, the concept of help or support can be related to Greek words such as βοηθός (boēthos), meaning "helper." Usage: The name "Ezrah" is used in the Bible as a proper noun, specifically as a personal name. It is associated with the idea of help or support, reflecting the root meaning of the word. In the context of biblical names, it often signifies someone who is seen as a helper or supporter. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, names were often given to reflect characteristics, roles, or divine attributes. The name Ezrah, derived from a root meaning "help," would have been understood as a positive attribute, possibly indicating a person who was seen as a source of support or assistance to others. Names with similar roots were common, reflecting the communal and supportive nature of ancient Israelite society. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of ezer Definition "help," a man in Judah NASB Translation Ezrah (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. עֶזְרָה proper name, masculine Εσρει, Ιεζραα, in Judah 1 Chronicles 4:17. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Ezrah The same as ezrah; Ezrah, an Israelite -- Ezrah. see HEBREW ezrah Forms and Transliterations עֶזְרָ֔ה עזרה ‘ez·rāh ‘ezrāh ezRahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 4:17 HEB: וּבֶן־ עֶזְרָ֔ה יֶ֥תֶר וּמֶ֖רֶד NAS: The sons of Ezrah [were] Jether, KJV: And the sons of Ezra [were], Jether, INT: the sons of Ezrah Jether Mered 1 Occurrence |
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